Early Learning Center Director

The ELCDirector oversees the operations, organization, management, and evaluation of all YMCA of Greater Londonderry ELC classrooms, programs, and services in accordance with NHCCLU guidelines and the purpose and policies of the Granite Y Association. The Director maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides quality experience to both youth and their families.Responsibilities:Ensuring a developmentally appropriate program that ensures the healthy progression of socio-emotional, cognitive, and motor skills for children.Minimum Requirements:Must meet or exceed the current qualifications and requirements for Center Director as set by the state of New Hampshire Bureau of Child Care Licensing. Applicant must meet all NH state licensing requirements for a center-based program:3–5 years supervisory experience in a management position.Documentation of successful completion of at least 3 credits in childcare administration or early childhood leadership and supervision awarded by a regionally accredited college or university.A minimum of 1500 hours experience working with children in a licensed childcare program or public or private elementary school.Meet one of the following pre-service training/education options:A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, awarded by a regionally accredited college or university;An additional 3000 hours of experience working with children in a licensed childcare program or in a public or private elementary school and documentation of a non-expired child development associates (CDA) in center-based programs awarded by the council for professional recognition;Candidate must possess strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills, and a demonstrated ability to build strong community partnerships.

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